Rent falling fastest in Alabama
Cities in Alabama with the largest year-over-year rent decreases. Cities with 15,000+ residents. Updated monthly.
Key findings
- Gulf Shores ranks first, with -4.3% over the past year.
- Across all 1 cities on this list, the median rent is $1,790/mo.
Data as of September 2026. Change in Zillow's rent index over the past 12 months. Rank a year ago uses the change over the 12 months before that. Updated monthly. Download this list (CSV)
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1 city
| Rank | City | 1-yr change | Median rent | 5-yr change | Vs. a year ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Gulf ShoresAL | -4.3% | $1,790/mo | -- | same |